Posts Tagged ‘Perspective: Person of Faith’
Letter to Editor: Sharon of Kingsport, TN
Sharon of Kingsport, TN writes: I am a person of faith and a grandmother who has seen first-hand the benefits of the ACA. My grandson has a condition that will require lifelong medical monitoring and intervention (yet he has a normal expected lifespan). Without Obamacare, his father wouldn’t have been able to accept a better…
Read MoreMelissa of Brentwood, TN
Melissa of Brentwood, TN writes: I am concerned for the poor and uninsurable that are now covered by aca that will suffer if aca is repealed. Please do not make this drastic change. Concern for the sick poor and uninsurable I ask that you listen to your constituents and do not repeal aca and consider…
Read MoreLetter to Editor: Michael of Nashville, TN
Michael of Nashville, TN writes: I am disappointed by Senator Alexander’s actions this week. All Americans, deserve to see a real plan that protects quality, affordable health care. “repeal and delay” or “repeal-and-promise” strategies are irresponsible. Claiming that a replacement plan that affects on sixth of our economy and hundreds of millions of people can be crafted,…
Read MorePamela of Nashville, TN
Pamela of Nashville, TN writes: I have lived in Tennessee for over 40 years, working as a psychologist. I see people who have insurance now that they could not have gotten prior to ACA. My daughter is also now covered under my insurance. Do not repeal the ACA without a replacement that includes a mandate,…
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sherry of garrison, KY writes: I’m sherry hall. I’ve lived in or around Garrison Ky since 97. I’m married with no children and have been a homemaker for 16 years. Many friends and fAmily also live in and around Garrison Ky. I am a Christian and have been since I was a child. I like…
Read MoreLane of Nashville, TN
Lane of Nashville, TN writes: I am a single mom of two small children and educator who now owns a small business as a college coach. I’ve been a life-long resident of Nashville, TN, and up until I left the classroom in May 2015, I taught junior English for twelve years in Williamson County Schools.…
Read MoreCristen of Chattanooga, TN
Cristen of Chattanooga, TN writes: I have lived in Chattanooga (North Brainerd) for almost 3 years, but was raised in Knoxville. I am a valuation specialist with 14 years of experience in analyzing various real estate markets and properties. Many of my neighbors rely on the Affordable Care Act for quality preventive care and immediate…
Read MoreLetter to Editor: Amy of Knoxville, TN
Amy of Knoxville, TN writes: I’ve been a medical professional for 20 years and I see patients daily who would suffer in pain and would not receive the treatment they need and deserve if the ACA is repealed without a reasonable replacement. Think about your family and PLEASE support this effort as you would for…
Read MoreSean of Joelton, TN
Sean of Joelton, TN writes: My wife and I live in Joelton, TN on a couple acres and look after my 80 year old mother and a few barnyard animals. We both work in different aspects of community health and witness firsthand the plight of the uninsured. Between us we have over fifty years of…
Read MoreRoxanne of Nashville, TN
Roxanne of Nashville, TN writes: I teach high school students. Many of them are immigrants. Some are unable to get a driver’s license because they lack documentation. My students are hard workers who believe in the American dream. They want to make something of themselves and make America great! my youngest child depends on my…
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